Struggle in Russia

The mine-laying tactics have achieved initial results, leaving the fleets of Britain and France to sigh. But the trouble is not without it, that is, it was the civilian ships that suffered at first. Although Britain and France can’t figure out how these ships exploded, it’s still clear who the killer was. Naturally, they have initiated new ideas in international public opinion. A strong offensive, condemning Russia for illegally attacking merchant ships, is a pirate.

However, they can only get addicted to their mouths temporarily. If they can’t get past the mine pool, they have nothing to do with Russia. What’s more, the two countries are not ready to declare war with Russia immediately, so they did not think of a way to clear mines or force them. Traveling to the Black Sea is just sitting on the dock in Istanbul.

The Turks were naturally very angry about this. Before, they thought that the British and French fleets were supporting the Russians and they had nothing to do with them. But who would have thought that the British and French fleets were coming in a blink of an eye, but they could only rest on the docks, and the Russian Black Sea The fleet went wild and majestic, continuously hunting and killing Turkish ships, causing them to suffer heavy losses.

“We are also very sympathetic to your country’s experience, but now there is an unknown danger outside the strait. It is too risky to send a fleet to forcibly… You can bear it for the time being, we will find a way to solve this problem as soon as possible!”

Such a response naturally made the Turks more and more disappointed, and the domestic cartilage began to sigh or complain. He condemned the officials who had been tough before for mistaking the country, and suggested that Sudan quickly re-negotiations with Russia and quickly cede territories and reparations to solve the trouble.

This voice cannot be said to be small, but its influence is not so great. There are two main reasons. First, although Britain and France are a bit unreliable, the support is still sufficient this time. At the moment when Russia declared war, both Britain and France passed. A resolution condemning Russia was really strong, and it was really good to be bold.

Secondly, Russia’s previous attitude was very clear, that is, it clearly wanted Bulgaria, and other conditions were not discussed at all. But Bulgaria is Turkey’s last barrier. Once Bulgaria is gone, the Russian army will directly point to Istanbul. Sultan will definitely not accept this result.

Finally, the hardliners in Turkey have also been working for Sudan, hoping that Sudan will fight Russia and give them a chance to frustrate Russia’s vigor. If it can deflate Russia, maybe Russia will not be so aggressive. Is it time to negotiate?

Combining these reasons, Sudan temporarily maintained a strong attitude, further increased its troops to Bulgaria, and was ready to have a good encounter with Russia. Of course, this is actually also a gesture, just for Britain and France to see, meaning: you have seen the two big brothers, this time I am going to die with Russia, you can’t ignore it, right? Even if it is pitiful, let us give more help!

Turkey’s actions were relatively rapid. On the day Menshkov and the Russian envoys boarded and left Istanbul, nearly 30,000 new Turkish troops began to move in the direction of Bulgaria.

This is only the first force, and the forces assembled from the Asian peninsula in the back are continuously marching across the Bosphorus to Bulgaria. According to preliminary estimates, Turkey has mobilized nearly half a million troops. If you add in the 300,000 troops that have been preparing for war in Bulgaria, there will be almost a million Turkish troops in a small Bulgaria. It is conceivable that Russia would like to How difficult is it to make quick decisions!

In fact, the Russian army had already discovered that something was wrong. After Menshkov announced the severance of diplomatic relations and declared war, Duke Mikhail commanded 300,000 Russian troops to cross the Danube in three routes, and then immediately found a kick on the iron plate.

The most powerful Central Route Army target was Ruse, but Guangduhe paid a heavy price of more than 10,000 casualties. Then the Turkish defense line surrounding the city of Ruse was helpless.

Even with the support of heavy artillery clusters, the fortified battle is extremely unsuccessful. Every step forward needs to be filled with human lives. It can be said that every footprint is soaked in the blood of the Russian army.

The West Route Army and the East Route Army encountered no less trouble than the Central Route Army. Near Pleven, the West Route Army was hit by a strong counterattack by the Turkish army. For defense, I am afraid that the West Route Army will be directly driven back to Wallachia.

As for the Eastern Route Army, it was in great trouble in Constanta, and after organizing several storms, the Turkish troops resolutely came back. Anyway, how aggressive the Russian army was before it was launched, and now they are so embarrassed. They suddenly discovered that the Turkish army was completely different from before. The sick man in the Near East seemed to be gone!

Duke Mikhail also had a headache. According to his plan, the 300,000 army should be able to open the defense line of the Turkish army. The next more than 200,000 army only needs to drive from the opening gap to sweep the depths of Bulgaria.

But who would have thought that the Turkish army’s defense line was so strong that it stubbornly blocked his aggressive attack, making his combat plan frustrated from the very beginning.

To make matters worse, Li Xiao also told him that the main force of the Turkish army is continuously pouring into Bulgaria, and the preliminary estimate is that the force is more than 300,000. If he can’t defeat the Turkish army along the Danube as soon as possible, once the main Turkish army arrives on the battlefield, the Russian army will be in an extremely unfavorable situation, and they will be very dangerous if they fight back against the water!

Duke Mikhail knew that Li Xiao would not make such a joke with him~www.wuxiax.com~ He really must urge the troops to step up their actions, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous!

“Adjust the strategy, and the follow-up main force will be transferred to Constanta to occupy this area as soon as possible, while the troops on the Danube River will temporarily shift to the defense and be prepared to stick to the defense line!”

In fact, this adjustment is far from enough. The Turkish defenses are unexpectedly strong, which shows that it is extremely unwise to attack the Danube. It is best to withdraw the troops crossing the river and rely on the Danube to deploy defenses so that it is safe.

It’s just that the pressure that Duke Mikhail will endure will be particularly great. After all, almost everyone in the country thinks that this war will be very easy and pleasant, but who would have thought that the Russian army would hit a big nail once it entered the battle and be looked down upon. The Turk with the upper eye was completely ashamed.

How could this make Nicholas I, who had a special need for face, stand it? If Duke Mikhail really withdrew his troops to the north of the Danube, it is estimated that after the news is returned to St. Petersburg, Nicholas I should greet his eight generations of ancestors!

Therefore, Duke Mikhail cannot withdraw in any case, even if he just crosses the river to occupy a bridgehead, he has to stick to the bridgehead, and can only bite the bullet!